On 12th November 2025, APAL, in collaboration with Maharashtra Kushtpidit Sanghatna, met Member of Parliament Mr. Vishal Dada Patil from Sangli District, Maharashtra, to submit a memorandum regarding the urgent housing needs of persons affected by leprosy residing in Indiranagar Kusht Basti, Miraj. The delegation highlighted that due to the demolition of their earlier shelters near the railway area, many families have been left without homes for several months. Despite repeated appeals to the municipal authorities for rehabilitation, no permanent housing solution has been provided, causing immense hardship to the affected families.
During the meeting, APAL and the Maharashtra Kushtpidit Sanghatna emphasized the need for the government to allocate housing under the Awas Yojana and ensure the inclusion of leprosy-affected persons in mainstream development programs. They requested the honorable MP to take up the matter with the concerned authorities and facilitate early approval of housing plots for the displaced families. Mr. Vishal Patil gave a positive response and assured that he would raise this issue at the appropriate level to ensure justice and rehabilitation for the affected community.
